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VALUESVALUES LOYALTYLOYALTY—We will show allegiance to ourselves, our department, the state of North Dakota, our
community, and to those who came before us and sacrificed so much to ensure the safety of our
citizens.
INTEGRITYINTEGRITY—We are honest, responsible, and ethical. Citizens place the highest trust in the
NDHP. Each member must recognize that they are held to a higher standard of accountability than
the public. We must always be mindful to NEVER violate the public trust. Our conduct, both on and
off duty, must be beyond reproach.
COMMITMENTCOMMITMENT—To fulfill the vision of the NDHP each employee must deliberately carry out
their duties and responsibilities to the best of their abilities.
RESPECTRESPECT—Because we are a diverse culture we value each other and all members of our
community regardless of age, race, gender, appearance, individual beliefs or lifestyles. We will
always show understanding, respect, and appreciation for our similarities and differences.
PROFESSIONALISMPROFESSIONALISM—To be considered professional we must conform to the technical and
ethical standards of our profession. Because we are highly trained and dedicated we are capable of
handling the daily demands of law enforcement and devoting our full energy and talents to the
department’s vision.
ACCOUNTABILITYACCOUNTABILITY—Employees at all levels and ranks must accept responsibility for their
actions both in their personal life and in their professional life.
Colonel James Prochniak
Superintendent
The Honorable Jack Dalrymple
Governor of North Dakota
MISSIONMISSION The mission of the North Dakota
Highway Patrol is to make a differ-
ence every day by providing high
quality law enforcement services to
keep North Dakota safe and secure.
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LETTER TO THE GOVENOR LETTER TO THE GOVERNOR
Dear Governor Dalrymple:
On behalf of the North Dakota Highway Patrol, it is my honor and privilege to submit to
you and the citizens of North Dakota our 2010 Annual Report.
The Patrol is proud of its many accomplishments for 2010, but none we are more proud of
than celebrating its 75th anniversary. Today, as in years past, all employees of the North
Dakota Highway Patrol strive to carry out a safety message and work hard to be the best.
Through our dedication and committed employees, we strive to provide quality law
enforcement services to the citizens of this great state.
The Patrol continues to emphasize education and information sharing with our stakeholders
as a strong part of our total enforcement package.
The foundation established by past members of the Patrol, along with the continued
devotion of our present employees, will assure the Highway Patrol’s vision of “Public
Safety Through Quality Service” is carried out for years to come. The following pages
reflect in detail the efforts we have taken to insure that North Dakota remains one of the
safest states in the Nation.
Thank you for your leadership and the support you provide the North Dakota Highway
Patrol.
Sincerely,
JAMES J. PROCHNIAK
Colonel, NDHP
Superintendent
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History 1
Organization Chart 3
Region Boundaries and Post Locations 4
Authorized Strength 4
Receipts and Disbursements 5
Field Operations 6
Field Operations Statistics 8
Vehicle Crash Statistics 10
Region Activities 15
Motor Carrier Operations 19
Safety and Education 23
Administrative Services 27
Support Services 31
Law Enforcement Training Academy 34
NDHP Employees 35
Employee Performance Quality Report 41
TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS
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HISTORY HISTORY
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1999
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2009
North Dakota Law Enforcement Training Academy (LETA) is opened in Bismarck.
NDHP becomes the 8th state law enforcement agency to achieve national accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. (CALEA).
District boundaries are realigned from 8 to 5. The NDHP and Bureau of Criminal Investigation training functions are combined to improve efficiency. The Patrol is reaccredited by CALEA.
The Motor Carrier Operations section is created within Field Operations.
NDHP district boundaries are restructured from 5 to 8 districts in order to be more accessible to the public. NDHP is reaccredited. First sobriety checkpoint is held.
8 additional weigh-in-motion sites are installed. The Border Inspection Program is created to monitor the movement of commercial vehicles along the state’s border with Canada. 2 officers are trained as Drug Recognition Experts and the canine program adds 3 canines to combat increased use and transportation of drugs.
NDHP is hailed as a CALEA flagship agency.
Capitol Security’s video and card access systems are upgraded and integrated with the Capitol’s building automation system. NDHP receives CALEA’s meri-torious award and flagship agency status during re-accreditation.
The NDHP is created with 5 officers.
The Highway Department Truck Regulatory Division merges with the NDHP, giving the Patrol responsibility for commercial motor carrier permits, weights and measures, and enforcement of truck safety regulations.
North Dakota experiences the lowest number of fatalities in the last 50 years with only 74.
The LETA expansion project is completed. NDHP is reaccredited.
Mobile Data Communications System (MDCS) is implemented.
Vehicles are equipped with in-car video systems.
Phase II of the E-permits project is implemented, making several permits available for online purchase. The online citation project is implemented, allowing the NDHP to transmit citations to the courts electronically. Amber Alert Plan is implemented. NDHP is reaccredited.
Duress alarm system is installed in the Capitol complex. Full-time staffing of the scales is discontinued. HPStat is implemented.
Regional boundaries are realigned from 8 to 4.
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RED TOMAHAWK:
North Dakota Highway Patrol Symbol
The North Dakota Highway Patrol symbol is a profile of Tacanipiluta,
Marcellus Red Tomahawk, a Sioux Indian who lived near the Cannonball
River on the Standing Rock Indian Reservation near Mandan, North
Dakota.
Red Tomahawk, a subchief, served as a government policeman for 18
years helping to create order in a time of turbulence. He was considered
a champion of his people, a noble American, and a just man. Today his
profile reminds travelers of the first people to roam the plains.
The North Dakota Highway Patrol officially adopted the profile of Red
Tomahawk as the patrol vehicle door emblem and department symbol in
1951.
To commemorate the 75th Anniversary of the Highway Patrol, a
banquet was held on August 14 at the Doublewood Inn in
Bismarck. Approximately 300 current, former, and family
members of the Patrol attended the banquet which was
sponsored by donations from various businesses. A 75th logo
was designed for use on various items to include a 357 Sigsauer
gun, knives, NDHP shoulder patch sets, a cookbook, caps and
apparel, and various other items. A 75th Anniversary Badge
was also made available for purchase. To further recognize the
Patrol’s anniversary, the patrol vehicles
were equipped with a distinctive license
plate featuring the 75th logo. A yearbook
will be published to record the department’s
75 years of history and to highlight some of
the events held throughout 2010.
Highway Patrol Celebrates Years
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ORGANIZATION CHART NORTH DAKOTA HIGHWAY PATROL
ORGANIZATION CHART
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Washburn
Wahpeton
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Garrison
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New Salem
Hillsboro
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Casselton
Bottineau
Carrington
Valley City
Cooperstown
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REGIONAL BOUNDARIES NDHP REGIONAL BOUNDARIES, POST LOCATIONS
& WEIGH/INSPECTION STATIONS
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Southwest Region
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Authorized Strength (January 2010)
Classification Authorized Current Vacancies
Sworn 142 140 2
Capitol Security 7 7 0
MCSAP Program 11 11 0
Support 32 32 0
Total 192 190 2
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RECEIPTS & DISBURSMENTS RECEIPTS & DISBURSEMENTS
January - December 2010
Receipts:
Transfers from NDDOT Highway Fund 3,033,816
Transfers from General Fund 13,220,380
Transfers from Other ND Agencies 0
Transfers from Asset Forfeiture Fund 3,521
Direct Federal Reimbursements 2,123,845
ND Pass-thru Federal Reimbursements 721,455
Miscellaneous Receipts 6,377
Total Receipts 19,109,394
Disbursements:
Salaries & Wages -14,150,323
Operating Expenses -4,163,541
Equipment -657,463
Capitol Improvements -25,169
Grants to State Agencies and Subdivisions -103,000
Total Disbursements -19,099,496
REVENUE OVER (UNDER) EXPENDITURES 9,898
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FIELD OPERATIONS FIELD OPERATIONS
In 2010, field operations recommitted to operating
under the premise that officer visibility on our
roadways deters motorists from engaging in poor
driving behavior. North Dakota had experienced a
significant increase in fatalities in 2009 and the
Highway Patrol adjusted patrol tactics to focus more
on rural roadways throughout the state. The Highway
Patrol conducted more frequent rural patrol
saturations and increased our public information
activities associated with these saturations. We
recognize that there are many agencies and traffic
safety groups that target their activities to make our
roadways safer. Together with the cooperation of our
motoring public we saw decreases in 2010 of 24 fatal
crashes and 35 fatalities.
An increase in oil field activity resulted in an
increased time commitment directed at motor carrier
activities. Many of our troopers were periodically
assigned to western North Dakota to assist with motor
carrier saturations both to impact traffic safety and to
assist in the protection of our highway infrastructure
through the enforcement of size and weight violations.
It appears that the traffic associated with oil field
activity will continue to increase and early projections
by the National Weather Service indicate an
increased probability of flood activities in the spring of
2011. The men and women of the highway patrol are
prepared to respond to these challenges and continue
providing the professional service that has become
the tradition through our 75 years of service to the
citizens of North Dakota.
Emergency Response Team
The Emergency Response Team (ERT) had two
partial activations in 2010. Both activations were
related to search efforts for missing persons. ERT
personnel were also put on an increased readiness
level in anticipation of possible response to 2010
spring flood activities.
Two training sessions were conducted this year. In
June, members traveled to Bismarck for training that
included crowd control, less lethal weapons refresher,
and dignitary protection. We were able to familiarize
new recruits with ERT capabilities by using them to
assist in scenario training exercises. In October,
training was held at Lake Metigoshe State Park and
included land navigation, ground search techniques,
and night vision familiarization.
We also had four supervisors attend Mobile Field
Force Command and Planning training sessions
hosted by the US Department of Homeland Security.
Supervisory personnel have conducted aerial
overviews of the Devils Lake basin and areas south in
anticipation of future flood response.
Collision Reconstruction Program
In 2010, the reconstruction team reinstated its yearly
in-service training. Members of the CRT prepared
short training courses related to specialized training
they had attained during the past year. Topics
included Commercial Motor Vehicle braking
efficiency, Vericom accelerometer use and calibration,
and Crash Data Retrieval downloads.
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It appears that the reduction in fatal crashes
resulted in a decrease of crash reconstructions
conducted by CRT members. The following
activities were performed during 2010:
Full or limited crash reconstructions: 18
Crash Data Retrieval downloads: 1
Crashes reconstructed for another agency: 7
Crime scenes/incidents forensically mapped: 1
Work was also completed to develop a crash
reconstruction operations manual to provide for
uniform report formats along with a uniform
structure for the department’s use of the Crash
Reconstruction Team. Members of the Crash
Reconstruction Team continue to provide crash
investigation training at the North Dakota Law
Enforcement Training Academy.
Canine Program
The department has eight canine teams stationed
throughout the state. Personnel changes resulted
in three new canine teams, a new State Canine
Coordinator, and a new Assistant Canine
Coordinator.
The activities of the canine program include 168
narcotic searches and 3 tracks for missing or
fleeing subjects. The teams assisted with 97
misdemeanor and 39 felony arrests. The following
items were seized with the assistance of the canine
teams:
131 pounds of Marijuana
11 pounds of Methamphetamine
½ pound of Cocaine
24 items of drug paraphernalia
$31,080
The canine program continues to develop and
provide a valuable benefit to the patrol and the
citizens of North Dakota. Efforts will continue in
our attempt positively impact the unlawful
possession and transportation of drugs.
Drug Recognition Experts (DRE’s)
Highway Patrol activities for 2010 included 15 DRE
evaluations. These evaluations were at the
request of troopers and four local law enforcement
agencies. The department has four troopers trained
as DRE’s of which two are certified as DRE
instructors. The first DRE School held in North
Dakota was conducted in March of 2010 in
Bismarck. A class of 13 officers representing 8
local law enforcement agencies received training
as they pursued their certification as drug
recognition experts.
The plans for 2011 include conducting four training
sessions in Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving
Enforcement (ARIDE). Classes averaging 30
students each will be held in Grand Forks, Fargo,
Bismarck, and Minot.
Aircraft Operations
The department’s one aircraft is primarily used to
provide air support for special enforcement
programs and to assist in search operations. The
aircraft is equipped with FLIR which provides a
valuable asset for day and night search operations.
Aircraft operations were limited for the first six
months of 2010 due to the chief pilot being
selected to attend the North Dakota Highway Patrol
Academy. As a sworn officer, he continues to
serve in the capacity of chief pilot but now is
available to assist with other patrol duties when
flights are not scheduled.
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FIELD OPERATION STATS FIELD OPERATIONS STATISTICS
NDHP 2010 Contacts
Total Citations 72,541
Warnings 36,374
Highway Assists/Abandoned Vehicle Checks 5,577
Crashes Investigated (includes non-reportable) 3,856
Motor Carrier Inspections 16,920
Incidents 1,339
Calls for Service 5,710
Other Field Contacts 5,230
Total 147,572
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Citations
Warnings
Highway Assists
Crashes Investigated
MC Inspections
Incidents
Calls for Service
Other Field Contacts
65%
19%
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Road Patrol HoursPatrol Enforcement
Truck Enforcement
Weigh/Scale Inspection
Supervision
Other Traffic Detail
Crash Investigation - At Scene
Sob. Checkpoint, Homeland Sec., & WIMRoadside Reporting
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VEHICLE CRASH STATS VEHICLE CRASH STATISTICS
The total number of
r e p o r t a b l e c r a s he s
investigated by the NDHP
in 2010 was 3,576.
Highway Patrol Officers
investigated 69 fatal
crashes which resulted in
80 fatalities.
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Fatalities & Fatal Crashes Statewide
Fatalities Fatal Crashes
One Vehicle Rollovers
2006 2007 2008 2009 2010
Rollover Crashes 49 45 38 45 34
Fatality Victims 49 54 40 52 38
Victims Restrained 9 8 4 6 5
Victims Unrestrained 39 44 36 44 30
Victims Ejected 36 44 33 42 32
Usage Unknown or N/A 1 2 0 2 3
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Age/Sex of Fatalities
Age 2008 2009 2010
Male Female Male Female Male Female
0 - 13 3 1 1 4 2 1
14 - 17 2 5 2 4 6 1
18 - 20 4 2 9 6 3 1
21 - 24 11 2 6 4 0 2
25 - 34 15 4 18 6 11 6
35 - 44 11 6 13 4 18 4
45 - 54 12 5 14 6 13 1
55 - 64 6 1 14 5 13 2
65 - 74 2 2 3 1 1 2
75+ 6 4 6 14 3 5
Total 72 32 86 54 80 25
People Killed in Vehicular Crashes
2008 2009 2010
Vehicle Drivers 57 88 58
Vehicle Passengers 26 40 23
Motorcycle Operators 12 3 12
Motorcycle Passengers 1 4 3
Pedestrians 7 4 8
Bicyclists 1 1 1
Total Fatalities 104 140 105
Location of Crash
2008 2009 2010
Interstate Highways 7 13 10
Other US Highways 13 24 12
State Highways 30 35 29
County/Township Roads 34 35 25
BIA Roads 1 5 5
City Streets 12 4 11
Day of Week - Fatal Crashes
2008 2009 2010
Monday 9 18 11
Tuesday 14 19 7
Wednesday 10 7 11
Thursday 10 11 16
Friday 21 24 14
Saturday 17 18 17
Sunday 16 19 16
Fatal Crashes
2008 2009 2010
Alcohol-Related Fatalities
53 56 55
Alcohol-Related Fatal Crashes
48 47 48
Seatbelts Worn 17 40 23
Seatbelts Not Worn 59 83 48
Helmet Worn 3 1 5
Helmet Not Worn 11 10 10
Total Fatal
Crashes 97 116 92
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*Multiple contributing circumstances were present in several
fatal crashes
Time of Fatal Crashes
2008 2009 2010
12:01am - 6:00 am 29 29 25
6:01am - 12:00 pm 16 23 19
12:01pm - 6:00 pm 24 34 21
6:01pm - 12:00 am 28 30 27
Type of Fatal Crashes
2008 2009 2010
MV with Pedestrian 7 4 8
MV with other MV 26 44 27
MV with Train 1 3 1
MV with Bicycle, Moped, or ATV
3 4 1
MV with Animal 0 0 1
MV with Fixed Object 4 7 5
Parked MV 0 0 0
Overturn Noncollision 38 45 34
Other Noncollision 5 3 2
Other Object 0 0 0
Motorcycle Involvement 13 6 13
Snowmobile Involvement 0 0 0
Contributing Circumstances*
2008 2009 2010
Alcohol/Drugs/Medication 48 45 48
Speed/Too Fast for Conditions
43 45 38
Failed to Yield Right-of-Way
16 21 14
Left of Center 11 22 19
Fatigue 5 7 2
Following too close 0 2 0
Improper Passing 2 1 3
Improper Backing/Parking 0 0 1
Wrong Way on One-Way 0 2 1
Fell/Jumped from Moving Vehicle
2 1 2
Driverless Moving Vehicle 0 0 0
Defective Equipment 0 3 4
Physical Impairment 1 1 2
Improper U-Turn 0 0 0
Attention Distracted 12 17 6
Vision Obstructed 6 2 3
Weather/Road Conditions 10 20 12
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2010 Fatal Crashes by Region & County
NORTHWEST
Fatal Crashes Fatalities
Bottineau 0 0
Burke 2 2
Divide 0 0
McHenry 1 1
McKenzie 7 8
McLean 0 0
Mountrail 4 5
Renville 0 0
Sheridan 0 0
Ward 3 3
Williams 3 3
Total 20 22
NORTHEAST
Fatal Crashes Fatalities
Benson 8 8
Cavalier 0 0
Grand Forks 6 8
Nelson 0 0
Pembina 1 1
Pierce 2 2
Ramsey 2 2
Rolette 3 3
Towner 1 1
Walsh 2 2
Wells 0 0
Total 25 27
SOUTHWEST
Fatal Crashes Fatalities
Adams 2 2
Billings 0 0
Bowman 2 2
Burleigh 5 7
Dunn 3 5
Emmons 0 0
Golden Valley 0 0
Grant 0 0
Hettinger 1 1
Kidder 1 1
McLean 1 1
Mercer 2 2
Morton 2 2
Oliver 0 0
Sioux 1 1
Slope 1 1
Stark 4 4
Total 25 29
SOUTHEAST
Fatal Crashes Fatalities
Barnes 1 1
Cass 10 12
Dickey 0 0
Eddy 0 0
Foster 1 2
Griggs 0 0
LaMoure 0 0
Logan 0 0
McIntosh 0 0
Ransom 0 0
Richland 4 4
Sargent 1 1
Steele 1 1
Stutsman 3 5
Traill 1 1
Total 22 27
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NORTHWEST REGION
Region Facts
Population: 117,143
Area: 17,107
Authorized Sworn Personnel: 26
Civilian Personnel: 2
Counties: Bottineau, Burke, Divide, M c H e n r y , M c K e n z i e , M c L e a n , Mountrail, Renville, Sheridan, Williams, Ward
The Northwest Region continues to focus on the reduction of serious injury and fatality crashes with aggressive enforcement of traffic and criminal laws. In 2010 the Northwest Region patrolled 31,386 hours and issued 16,296 citations and 10,446 field contacts. Citations included 969 right of way, 2512 restraint and 9020 speed
Alcohol and criminal violations also continued to be a high priority. In 2010 the Northwest Region arrested 445 subjects for DUI, 104 subjects for drug offences and 212 other criminal violations.
In 2010 the Northwest Region implemented several special enforcement programs. Four high emphasis days focusing on restraint, right of way, move over law and school bus violations. Five motor carrier truck saturations were conducted between Williston, New Town and Minot. Five sobriety checkpoints along with five alcohol saturations were also conducted in the Northwest Region. The Northwest Region participated in two Multi Agency Enforcement saturations in cooperation with local law enforcement agencies.
The Northwest Region investigated 921 crashes in 2010. Of the 921 crashes in 2010, 20 were fatal with 22 fatal victims. Due to the increase in energy development in the Watford City, Stanley, and New Town areas the Northwest Region continued the Highway 23 overtime project. This project provides high visibility and motor carrier enforcement in the high traffic areas of New Town, Stanley and Watford City to assist in the prevention of crashes.
Education and prevention was also a high priority for the Northwest Region. In 2010 the Northwest Region conducted 60 safety presentations including drivers
education, No Zone, Route 1000, winter driving, Alive at 25 and impaired driving. The Northwest Region worked closely with Safe Communities conducting media presentations, and car seat checks.
The Northwest Region was involved in several special events in 2010. Law Day, State Fair booth and parade, Motor Mania over the Labor Day holiday, local job fairs and Tip a Cop. The Tip a Cop fund raiser was held at Applebees in Minot and Williston and was a huge success raising several hundred dollars and receiving positive comments from the public.
On behalf of the Mohall Ambulance Service,
I would like to take this opportunity to
express our gratitude for your presence and
participation during our Renville County
Safety Fair.
Your input is a valuable addition to our goal
of providing a SAFE COMMUNITY.
Thanks Again,
Mohall Ambulance Service
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NORTHEAST REGION
Region Facts
Population: 133,670
Area: 13,091
Authorized Sworn Personnel: 29
Civilian Personnel: 2
Counties: Benson, Cavalier, Grand Forks, Nelson, Pembina, Pierce, Ramsey, Rolette, Towner, Walsh, Wells
The NE Region experienced a number of personnel changes in 2010. Our Trooper in Larimore resigned, the Trooper in Cavalier and one Trooper in Grand Forks transferred to another Region, and our Trooper in Rolla was promoted to a Sergeant position within another Region. Four new Troopers joined the region after successfully completing their training at the Law Enforcement Training Academy and graduating on June 24, 2010. These Troopers established residency in Harvey, Cavalier, Park River, and Grafton. One of these Troopers did not complete the probationary period and is no longer with the agency. We lost the reconstructionist in the western half of the Region to promotion but do have one reconstructionist still available in the eastern half of the Region.
The Northeast Region was highly visible with marked patrol vehicles on state highways. Emphasis has been placed on patrolling rural areas as opposed to urban areas. Showing a strong enforcement presence, NE Regional personnel issued 19,168 citations, which is an increase over last year. The region stressed the importance of DUI enforcement and deterrence with 5 sobriety c h e c k p o i n t s a n d a l s o conducted 1 multi-agency criminal interdiction saturation. The region made 406 DUI arrests and100 drug arrests.
In addition to this excellent enforcement effort, the region continued its efforts in the area of community policing. The region was active in safe community coalitions in Grand Forks and Devils Lake. Troopers Lonski, McCart and
Bauske remained active instructing the “Alive at 25” program. Presentations are made quarterly in Grand Forks as well as Devils Lake in addition to other requests by schools.
Sergeant Aaron Hummel spearheaded the annual “Polar Plunge” for Special Olympics in Grand Forks. In Devils Lake, the Highway Patrol continued the monthly radio talk program “Coffee Time” which always covers a wide variety of topics related directly to traffic safety. The region has an excellent relationship with all of the local media and officers are always willing to conduct interviews and public service announcements.
The NE Region sustained 27 traffic fatalities, 15 of which were alcohol related (56%). The counties of Grand Forks and Benson were the most problematic with 8 fatalities each. Most of the fatalities in Benson County occurred on Spirit Lake Reservation where we have limited enforcement authority. We continue to push a consistent message of sobriety while driving at safety talks and other presentations to the public. The
two pronged approach of education combined with strict enforcement will be continued as we combat alcohol-related crashes in 2011.
2010 was a strong year for the Northeast Region. Fatalities were reduced from 2009; this is always our primary goal. Ultimately, everything we do contributes toward traffic safety and saving lives on ND roadways. We will continue this approach as we go forward in 2011.
I am writing to thank and congratulate you
for the excellent job you did in
testifying….in a DUI jury trial on
September 10th in Nelson County District
Court. Thank you for taking the time to
drive me to Michigan to explain the arrest
scene and the operation of your radar,
camera and recording system. You made
my job at trial a lot easier.
Sincerely Yours,
Office of the State’s Attorney
Douglas G. Manbeck
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SOUTHWEST REGION
Region Facts
Population: 164,857
Area: 22,349
Authorized Sworn Personnel: 26
Civilian Personnel: 2
Counties: Adams, Billings, Bowman, Burleigh, Dunn, Emmons, Golden Valley, Grant, Hettinger, Kidder, Mercer, Morton, Oliver, Sioux, Slope, Stark
A review of our 2010 goals and performance demonstrates that the Southwest Region did a remarkable job of enforcement during the year: 18,177 total citations were issued as well as 9,964 warnings. Numerous traffic saturations and high emphasis days were conducted during the year targeting areas such as seat belt and right of way enforcement. The Southwest Region maintained a high level of traffic enforcement in all areas while increasing DUI arrests, speed citations, seatbelt citations over the 2009 totals.
The Southwest Region is committed to identifying and interdicting drug activity and achieved excellent results with 252 drug charges and over 286 pounds of marijuana seized. The Southwest Region conducted several Sobriety Check points, alcohol saturations, and motor carrier saturations. During the past year the Southwest Region investigated 980 total crashes which resulted in 29 fatalities. Alcohol was a factor in 41% of the fatalities in the Southwest Region.
The Southwest Region completed numerous safety talks (including “We need to Talk”, “Route 1000”, and “Alive at 25”) and took part in Car Seat Safety Checkups, Bike Rodeos, and many other activities that advanced the goals of the NDHP while benefiting the communities in the Southwest Region.
The Southwest Region was greatly challenged in 2010 by the large scale increase in oil related activity in the western portion of the state. Troopers and sergeants
enthusiastically responded to the challenge, concentrating both regular and overtime shifts on the affected areas. A total of 678 vehicles were weighed on portable scales, more than tripling the 2009 total, in addition enforcement action was taken on over 350 oversized/overweight vehicles.
Troopers assigned to the Elgin and Beulah Posts were reassigned to the Dickinson Office in order to provide more coverage in the oilfield.
Southwest Region coordinated the efforts of troopers who were brought into the oilfield areas from other Regions on overtime projects. These projects were designed to increase traffic safety through highly visible traffic and truck enforcement.
Regional personnel conducted several training sessions for county and local law enforcement officers on size and weight enforcement.
The Southwest Region responded to numerous critical incidents during 2010 including a shooting, pursuit, and
armed standoff that ended with the death of the suspect near Belfield, a large scale air, water and ground search for a lost child north of New Salem, and another pursuit and armed standoff near Belfield that ended without serious injury to officers or the suspect.
The Southwest Region continued to play a major role at the LETA by conducting over 450 hours of training during 2010.
On Saturday, Feb. 20th we rolled our vehicle on
I-94 while driving home from Bismarck to
Dickinson.
My thanks today goes out to the State Troopers
who’s last name is Duletski. Once I saw that the
Patrol had arrived I felt a huge relief knowing my
family, all the other people, and myself were safe!
You were like an angel spreading your wings
around us all!
Your act of kindness towards me will be forever a
memory in my heart!
Thank You!
Marla Knaup
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SOUTHEAST REGION
The Southeast Region had a challenging, eventful and rewarding 2010. The Region hosted several events throughout the year which drew thousands in attendance and filled the highways with motorists. The North Dakota Winter Show, Rib-fest, Sportsman Show, Division I Bison Football, Fargo City Marathon, Red River Valley Fair, Race Car Stampede, Big Iron Agricultural Show, summer community celebrations, county fairs and large events at the Fargo Dome occurred within the region. The Fargo Marathon was once again held and had over 20,000 registrations.
The months of March and April were spent dealing with flooding events within the region. The Fargo, Wahpeton, Lisbon and Kindred areas were affected by flooding. Unlike 2009, we did not have to deal with large scale flooding across the entire region even though there were some smaller communities affected by high water. The SE Region was able to manage the flooding events with regional personnel working 10 hour shifts over a two week time span.
Region troopers continued to support several Community Policing events held within the Region. We work jointly with the Safe Community Coalitions to educate and create awareness for traffic safety issues.
Law Day at West Acres Shopping Center in Fargo and the Buffalo Mall in Jamestown
National Night Out in the cities of West Fargo, Casselton, Jamestown, and Wahpeton
Kids and Santa held in Jamestown, Valley City, Carrington and Lisbon
3-D Month-December
Child Passenger Safety Month-September
Seatbelt blitz Periods
Fargo City and Valley City Picnics
“Trooper Talk” on KFGO Radio
The Southeast Region conducted 330 safety presentations with the Alive at 25, Route 1000 and driver’s education classes being the bulk of the groups. Troopers in the region are regular guests on the local radio talk shows in the region. Television media frequently feature traffic safety topics with troopers making an appearance.
Troopers spent a substantial amount of time on road construction projects on Interstate 29 south of Fargo and Interstate 94 near West Fargo where a new exit ramp was put in place. They worked 210 hours of construction overtime in addition to regular patrol in these areas.
The Southeast Region participated in 5 Sobriety Checkpoints. Checkpoints were conducted in cooperation with local agencies. We conducted alcohol saturation details during various events throughout the year. Troopers worked 797.5 hours of overtime between two alcohol overtime programs.
Throughout the year, troopers of the Southeast Region investigated 1,111 crashes. The SE Region recorded 22 fatality crashes with 27 fatal victims in 2010. In the area of traffic enforcement, district troopers issued 18,247 citations, which included 524 DUI arrests and 289 charges for drug related offenses. Our regions three K-9’s were utilized 66 times during the year. Regional troopers generated 13,098 field contacts and issued 961 receipts. Troopers averaged 106 hours of road patrol per month. Sergeants averaged 68 road patrol hours per month.
Region Facts
Population: 231,174
Area: 16,414
Authorized Sworn Personnel: 33
Civilian Personnel: 2
Counties: Barnes, Cass, Dickey, Eddy, Foster, Griggs, LaMoure, Logan, McIntosh, Ransom, Richland, Sargent, Steele, Stutsman, Traill
Thank you for your involvement in
the 2010 mock car crash at
Central Cass. Your part in the
scene was necessary and much
appreciated. The prevention
message had a powerful impact on
students. Again thank you for your
time and commitment to sage
choices for our students.
2010 Mock Crash Planners
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MOTOR CARRIER OPERATIONS MOTOR CARRIER OPERATIONS
Motor Carrier Operations Division is challenged with reducing commercial vehicle crashes by performing commercial vehicle inspections, which includes regulations concerning drivers, equipment, hazardous materials and load securement, permits and weight enforcement. Personnel also perform compliance investigations and safety audits on North Dakota based carriers. The need to move goods across the country is a necessity. The majority of these goods are moved by trucks and as a result, we have the increasing need in the area of commercial vehicle enforcement. We have begun to implement the new
FMCSA Compliance, Safety and Accountability (CSA) requirements, while conducting safety audits. Addit ional changes wil l be forthcoming as FMCSA and NDHP work to further reduce CMV crashes, fatalities and injuries on our highways. The goal of CSA is to obtain quality data and then use targeted enforcement to raise the safety bar for commercial carriers and empower them to take action before safety problems occur.
Level I certified troopers and motor carrier inspectors completed the Advanced North American Standard Level I course, along with several other training programs to increase the knowledge to conduct accurate, uniform inspections. This training allows us
to not only improve commercial vehicle safety, but also provide better service to the commercial motor vehicle industry and the general public while answering questions and providing safety presentations.
Training standards and operating procedures are consistent with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations and the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA), which promotes commercial vehicle safety and security throughout the United States, Canada and Mexico.
Motor Carrier Operations conducted 10,180 driver/vehicle inspections, with a total of 16,920 inspections were completed. Inspection saturations were held in Williston, Beach, Devils Lake and Fargo as well as Passenger Carrier Inspections in Bismarck and Minot.
Trooper John Sova attended the North American Inspectors Challenge that was held in Columbus, OH. John placed third overall and represented the NDHP in a very professional manner.
During the 2009 Legislative session, funding was provided for the six NDHP fixed scale locations to receive some much needed interior and exterior improvements; during 2010 the majority of these improvements were completed.
We work with trucking companies, owner/operators, motor carrier associations, other government entities, and the general public on vehicle size and weight issues. In 2010, meetings, training, and presentations were part of the department’s continuing effort to work
We are writing to you at this time to let you know that you have a good officer working in your district - Officer Jerry Olson. We received a phone call today and in a very respectful way, he let us know that one of our drivers was exhibiting less than acceptable behavior at the scale.
Officer Olson was the consummate professional. We cannot tell you how much we appreciate the positive, constructive attitude of Officer Olson and his ability to rise above the situation and review it with compassionate eyes.
Sincerely Yours Mary Lesmeister Lesmeister Transportation
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Permits Issued by Permit Section 2010 2009
Single Trip:
Oversize Only (Includes manufactured housing) 28,489 26,309
Overweight Only 2,425 1,883
Oversize and Overweight 23,601 16,205
Subtotal 54,515 44,397
Identification Supplements:
Oversize and Overweight 6,737 5,915
Mobile Homes 147 127
Subtotal 6,884 6,042
Multiple Trip:
10% Harvest/Winter Permits
30 Day 454 434
7 Month (7/15-3/7) 106 118
Longer Combination Vehicle, 30 Day 53 64
Annual Overwidth 422 95
Fishhouse 5 5
Interstate 1,232 897
Bridge Length Permits 36 35
Custom Combine Permits 53 55
Seasonal Permits 245 193
Equipment Approval Certificates 276 351
Subtotal 2,982 2,247
Single Trip Movement Approval Forms Sold:
Oversize and Overweight (SFN 3540) 63,952 52,127
Mobile Homes (SFN 14242) 2,138 1,465
Interstate (SFN 13780) 17,839 20,691
Special Mobile Equipment (SFN 3540) 13,210 9,861
Longer Combination Vehicle, 30 Day 165 50
Oversize/ Overweight Vehicles 425 950
Subtotal 97,729 85,144
Total 162,110 137,830
Permits Issued by Field Personnel 2010 2009
Single Trip:
Oversize and Overweight 545 115
Oversize Only (Includes Mobile Homes) 1,056 622
Overweight Only 576 273
Subtotal 2,177 1,010
Multiple Trip:
10% Harvest/Winter Permits
30 Day 1,986 1,751
7 Month (7/15 – 3/7) 286 286
Longer Combination Vehicle, 30-day 21 38
Annual Overwidth 14 4
Fishhouse 3 2
Interstate 135 94
Custom Combine Permit 195 210
Seasonal Permit 90 175
Equipment Approval Certificate 257 263
Subtotal 2,987 2,823
Single Trip Movement Approval Forms Sold:
Interstate (SFN 13780) 344 510
TOTAL 5,508 4,343
Internet E-Permits 2009 2008
Single Trip:
Oversize (12’ wide or less) 5,216 0
Interstate 577 471
Longer Combination Vehicle 0 2
Subtotal 5,773 473
Multiple Trip:
10% Harvest/Winter Permits
30 Day 6,059 4,715
7 Month (7/15 – 3/7) 386 240
Seasonal 306 298
Custom Combine – Resident 28 26
Custom Combine – Nonresident 160 158
Subtotal 6,939 5,437
Single Trip Movement Approval Forms Sold:
Interstate (SFN 13780) 6,535 11,201
Miscellaneous:
Trip (in lieu of registration) 6,558 3,786
Fuel 3,548 2,346
Temporary Registration 868 64
Subtotal 10,974 6,196
TOTAL 30,221 23,307
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with the motor carrier industry. There were 1,127 overloads accessed statewide.
The substantial workload has kept personnel engaged while promoting traffic safety, while protecting North Dakota infrastructure.
Permits
In 2010, 62,465 receipt issued single trip permits and 97,729 self-issue single trip permits were issued for oversize and overweight vehicle and load movements traveling through and into North Dakota. The permits were issued by personnel at the permit section, regional offices, and field personnel. Permits were also purchased electronically over the internet.
Summary—Revenue/Permits Issued
In 2010, an overall total number of 62,465 receipt issued single trip permits were issued for oversize and overweight movements. This was an increase of 26 percent from the number of single trip permits issued in 2009. Self-issue single trip permits also increased from
85,144 to 97,729. Self-issue permits for oversize/overweight vehicles and load movements increased significantly. The increase is largely due to the oilfield activity occurring in western and north central North Dakota, which has resulted in movements across the entire state.
An overall total number of 12,908 multiple-trip permits were issued in 2010. This is up from 10,507 issued in 2009. The multiple-trip permits that showed a significant increase are the ten percent weight exemption permit, annual interstate permit, and annual over width permit.
In March of 2010, permits for routine oversize and overweight load movements became available for carriers to purchase on-line using NDHP E-Permit System. Of the 26,076 permit requests submitted, 20,860 required routing approval from the Permit Section. The number of other permit types that are available on-line also increased. Total permit revenue increased by 30 percent from 2009 to 2010.
Oversize/Overweight Movement Revenue
Federal Fiscal Year 2010 2010 2009
All Single Trip Permits and Identication Supplements $3,694,045 $2,919,409
Seasonal Permits 32,050 33,300
Escort Fees 5,668 2,914
Overwidth 43,600 28,500
Fishhouse 160 140
Interstate 410,100 297,300
Approved Equipment Certificates 9,495 9,210
Longer Combination Vehicle, 30-Day 7,400 10,200
Bridge Length Permits 5,400 5,250
Ton Mile Fees 2,319,586 1,183,861
Engineering Fees 135,780 106,900
Custom Combine Permits 20,900 19,525
10% Harvest/Winter Permits 689,450 500,850
Total Revenue $7,373,634 $5,117,359
Motor Carrier Safety Inspections
Federal Fiscal Year 2010 Non-HM HM Bus
Inspections 15,605 985 330
Vehicles Out of Service 654 53 37
Vehicles Out of Service Violations 846 71 43
Drivers Out of Service 555 22 2
Drivers Out of Service Violations 682 25 2
Other Violations 7,406 612 224
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Driver Violations By Type
Trucks Buses
Federal Fiscal Year 2010 Total # #OOS Violations Total # #OOS Violations
Medical Certificate 612 12 3 0
Log Book 2,253 528 5 2
Disqualified Drivers 15 12 0 0
Drugs/Alcohol 36 31 0 0
Seat Belt 108 0 1 0
Traffic Enforcement 80 3 5 0
Radar Detectors 7 0 0 0
Size & Weight 931 3 0 0
All Other Driver Violations 1,467 139 15 1
Total 5,509 728 29 3
Hazardous Material Violations By Type
Federal Fiscal Year 2010 Total # #OOS Violations
Shipping Paper 34 10
Improper Placarding 45 6
Accept Shipment Improperly Marked 12 2
No Retest and Inspection (Cargo Tank) 11 0
No Remote Shutoff Control 1 0
Use of Nonspecification Container 4 0
Emergency Response 3 0
All Other Hazardous Material Violations 74 6
Total 184 24
Size & Weight Enforcement Activities
Federal Fiscal Year 2010
Civil Assessments
Over Axles 637
Over Gross 281
Over Bridge Formula 124
Total 1,042
Permits Issued for Overweight Vehicle and Load Movements
Federal Fiscal Year 2010
Non-Divisible Load Trip Permits 48,901
Non-Divisible Load Annual Permits 0
Divisible Load Trip Permits 9,901
Divisible Load Annual Permits 1,357
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SAFETY & EDUCATION SAFETY & EDUCATION
As in previous years, the North Dakota Highway Patrol (NDHP) has been active in educating and making the public aware of numerous safety issues, i.e. safety belt use, drinking and driving, fatal traffic crashes, etc. Troopers spent many hours involved with community policing functions providing quality information to the public through various venues, continuing to foster good public relations. The Patrol was represented at major events such as the North Dakota State Fair, the North Dakota Winter Show, and the Big Iron agriculture event. Many additional hours were spent conducting safety presentations in classrooms, providing information at health and career fairs as well as involvement in local communities groups.
NDHP officers were also involved in various events throughout the state, including Elks Youth Day; Cops-N-Kids fishing derby; Safety Town Bike Safety Programs; Santa, Cops and Kids; Route 1000; Alive at 25; Be-A-Mazed; Teen Maze; Project ACE; and Job Shadowing program. The NDHP participated in both state and national programs throughout 2010 such as Child Passenger Safety Awareness Month, Click it or Ticket, Combined Accident Reduction Effort, National Night Out, Red Ribbon Week, and Drunk and Drugged Driving Awareness Month. These programs are all crucial in promoting traffic safety.
Press conferences held in conjunction with other departments such as the Department of Transportation, Community Traffic Safety Program, (formerly SAFE Communities) and the North Dakota Safety Council were conducted to advocate key traffic safety issues such as safety restraint usage, impaired driving and construction work zone safety.
Billboards and Cinema Ad
A roadside billboard was developed in 2009 to increase public awareness regarding drinking and driving. The billboard featured troopers Steve Fischer, Kristian Helgoe and Derek Arndt. The activated emergency lights and the message, “Going Out Tonight? So Are We” serve as a warning to anyone who may potentially end up behind the wheel after consuming alcohol. In November 2009 the billboards were put up in each of the eight major North Dakota cities and remained up through August 2010. To combat underage drinking, large banners and smaller posters of the “Going Out Tonight?” billboard were
distributed to high schools and colleges around the state. These were placed in prominent areas as a means to generate responsible decision making and to impress consequences in an effort to deter underage drinking.
An indoor traffic safety message was also created in 2009 to influence patrons at businesses that serve alcoholic beverages. The ad was placed in restrooms of businesses that serve alcohol and was intended to influence potential drunk drivers to make responsible decisions. This ad featured a taxi cab and a NDHP squad car under the caption, “Who Would You Rather Get Picked Up by Tonight?” It was placed in establishments statewide November 2009 and continued through September 2010.
Both billboards were created and designed by the Highway Patrol and paid for with funding from a federal alcohol grant through the Department of Transportation. The banners and posters were paid for with funding from the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP).
Officer on the Train
In February 2010, the Highway Patrol teamed up with the BNSF Railway to increase public awareness of the potential dangers that exist at highway/railroad grade crossings. Troopers road the train between Minot and Williston, ND. During the Operation Lifesaver event, one trooper was in the lead locomotive as a spotter. This trooper observed traffic approaching the crossings as the train proceeded down the tracks. Another trooper shadowed the train to stop violators. When a motorist or pedestrian was observed violating the law, the trooper on the train radioed the trooper in the car who stopped the motorist, explained the dangers, and possibly issued a citation.
We Need to Talk
The AARP sponsors a program, “We Need to Talk….Family Conversations with Older Drivers”, to help children of aging parents with the difficult conversations about safe driving and when to stop driving. The seminars cover topics such as when to talk with older family members, who should open the discussion, warning signs, and how to develop a transportation plan. Patrol troopers who have been
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trained to lead the discussions partnered with AARP and presented seminars statewide throughout the year.
Alive at 25
The Alive at 25 Program is a defensive driving course developed in 1995 by the National Safety Council to address the growing problem of fatalities for people under the age of 25. It is designed for ages 15 through 24 years of age. The leading cause of death for all Americans under the age of 25 is car crashes. The North Dakota Highway Patrol partners with the North Dakota Safety Council (NDSC) by providing instructors for the program. Sixteen troopers are currently trained to provide the course.
The North Dakota Highway Patrol received the “2010 Safety Council’s Outstanding Safety Award”. This award is given to departments or safety instructors who have taught a significant number of courses (or students) and have shown true dedication to improving safety in North Dakota. Recipients must also receive high marks for their training style. NDSC Program Coordinator Terry Weaver stated, “In 2010, the North Dakota Highway Patrol impacted 718 students with the Alive at 25 defensive driving course. We are so thankful to have that kind of support behind us. We will never know how many lives this may have saved. Thank you for all you do for North Dakota!”
Saved by the Belt/Saved by the Helmet
The Saved by the Belt program is a joint partnership between the Highway Patrol and the North Dakota Safety Council to promote safety restraint usage. The award program recognizes those individuals who were involved in a traffic crash and survived serious injury or death due in part to the proper use of safety restraints. News media personnel are provided information on the award and often attended the award presentations. During 2010, three awards were presented; one of which was presented to a child under the age of 10. Since the beginning of the program in 1985, 781 awards have been presented; 202 of them to children age 10 and under.
The Saved by the Helmet award is for individuals involved in a motorcycle crash who were wearing a helmet and received minor injuries. Three Saved by the Helmet awards were presented in 2010. Nine awards have been issued since the start of the program.
School Bus Inspections
NDHP troopers conducted school bus inspections at all public schools during the fall of 2010. A total of 1,900 buses were inspected with 1,311 buses having no defects. There were 589 buses inspected that had a total of 888 defects. Of those buses with defects, 360
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buses had only one defect and 229 buses had multiple defects. Motor Carrier troopers conducted 195 inspections of buses and motor coaches with airbrakes.
Boys State
Two troopers attended ND Boys State in Wahpeton June 13-18 as staff counselors. Trooper Tim Coughlin of Williston and Trooper Ryan Panasuk of Grand Forks represented the Highway Patrol as Boys State counselors. They also provided a short presentation on DUI.
Chaplain Program
The NDHP Chaplain Program is implemented for the well being of NDHP employees and their families. Employees can call upon the chaplain in time of need or to seek guidance. Chaplains are available to provide assistance in various operational matters such as death notifications. Chaplain Les Wolfgram serves the department as Senior Chaplain.
NDHP chaplains are Les Wolfgram and Dan Sweeney, Bismarck; Rev. James Hessler, Dickinson; Fr. Al Bitz, Jamestown; Fr. Kenneth Phillips, Mandan; Rev. Gary Benton, Stanton; Fr. Chad Wilhelm, Fargo; Rev. David Birkeland, Devils Lake, and Fr. Roger Synek, Parshall.
Amber Alert
The AMBER Alert Plan is incorporated into the State Emergency Operations Plan under the Public Safety Annex with the superintendent of the North Dakota Highway Patrol as the functional coordinator. The AMBER Alert Committee is comprised of representatives from the Highway Patrol, Department of Transportation, Department of Emergency Services, Information Technology Department, Bureau of Criminal Investigation, State Aeronautics Commission, ND Lottery Commission, local law enforcement, and ND Broadcasters Association. The AMBER Alert provides public notification of an abducted child 17 years of age or younger when the abduction is believed to have been committed by a stranger or family member in which the child is believed to be in grave danger of serious bodily harm or death.
In May an annual test was conducted of the AMBER Alert System. Lieutenant Jody Skogen, who serves as the North Dakota Amber Alert Coordinator, attended the National AMBER Alert Symposium November 16-18 in Phoenix, AZ.
One AMBER Alert was issued in North Dakota on July 7, 2010, when four-year-old Samantha Martyn and her mother were forcefully abducted near Regina, Saskatchewan. A request for a North Dakota AMBER activation was submitted from the Regina Police
Service when investigators confirmed that the suspect had been spotted at a gas station near the North Dakota border. The North Dakota AMBER Alert system was active for approximately 16 hours. Martyn and her mother were recovered safely on July 8th.
Since the implementation of the North Dakota AMBER Alert plan in February 2003, five AMBER alerts have been issued involving six children. Five of the six children were located and returned to their families. Nationally, AMBER Alert programs have successfully recovered 525 children. AMBER Alert is both a planned response to alert the public and a strong deterrent towards preventing child abductions.
Capitol Security
Sergeant Pedro Armendariz is the Director of Security at Patrol Headquarters in Bismarck. He is responsible
for Capitol Complex security as well as the supervision of all capitol security personnel. There is one sworn trooper, four full-time and three part-time civilian employees assigned to the capitol security function. Security is provided for the Supreme Court as well as the Capitol Complex.
Safe Driving Award
The department annually recognizes those individual officers who have 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, and 30 years of continuous safe driving. The award is based on years of continuous safe driving without being involved in a traffic crash that is determined by the Loss Control Committee as being preventable on the officer’s part. The award winners for 2009 were
5 Years: Jeffrey Bauske, Matthew Brown, Troy Hischer, Wesley Maley, Jeremie Meisel, Bryan Niewind, Michael Schott, Jody Skogen
Thank you so much for your contributions to the
success of the Symphony's 4th of July concert at
the Capitol. If is a great comfort to know that the
Highway Patrol officers are present when such a
huge crowd gathers.
It was a spectacular event and we really
appreciate your assistance.
Sincerely,
Margaret Fiechtner
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10 Years: Ricky Richard, Scott Walch
15 Years: Pedro Armendariz, Darryl Bulzomi, Tracy Buzick, Steven Kirchoffner, Michael McCloud, Jon Ness
20 Years: Joel Liebl
30 Years: Neil Johnson
National Law Enforcement Challenge
The NDHP competed in the 2009 National Law Enforcement Challenge Awards Program. The NDHP placed second in the State Police-Highway Patrol 1-250 Sworn category.
The National Law Enforcement Challenge Awards Program is sponsored by the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) in cooperation with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The program highlights and promotes the best practices and innovative programs for education and enforcement in the areas of occupant protection, impaired driving, and speed enforcement.
Trooper of the Year
Trooper John Sova was selected as NDHP Trooper of the Year for 2009 by the North Dakota Motor Carriers Association for his dedication in the performance of patrol duties and community service. He was presented the 21st annual Trooper of the Year award at the NDMCA Awards Banquet in Fargo on May 20.
The award program reflects the trucking industry’s appreciation and recognition of state patrol troopers for their conscientious and untiring efforts in making travel on the highways safer and more secure for those who depend on the highway for their livelihood.
Trooper Sova began his career with the Highway Patrol in January 2002 attending the Highway Patrol Academy. He was stationed at Oakes from June 2002 to November 2006 and then assigned to Jamestown in December 2006 with MCSAP where he continues to serve.
Other nominees for Trooper of the Year were Jamie Huschka, Thomas Iverson, Wesley Maley, and Kyle Stern.
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ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES
2010 YEARS OF SERVICE AWARDS
35 YEARS OF SERVICE
Bonnie Chase, Donna Fuchs, Douglas Kindem, Curtiss Mayhew
30 YEARS OF SERVICE
Neil Johnson, Morleyne McCormick, DeAnn Steckler, Richard Thurston
25 YEARS OF SERVICE
Jessie Krodel
20 YEARS OF SERVICE
Ronald Glaser, Robert Kennedy
15 YEARS OF SERVICE
Pedro Armendariz, Brian Bonness, Tracy Buzick, Shannon Henke, Patrick Hudson, Kevin Huston, Tonya Laney-Cornell, Michael McCloud, Trenton Scott, Jody Skogen, Cory Tuhy, William Vance
10 YEARS OF SERVICE
Darcy Aberle, Debra Grasl, Daniel Haugen, Sarah Keney, Benjamin Kennelly, Robert McNamara, Christopher Messer, Bryan Niewind, Scott Walch
5 YEARS OF SERVICE
Jeffrey Bauske, Kelly Binder, Anthony DeJean, Kristjan Helgoe, Wade Kadrmas, Wesley Maley, Pam Mattern, Jeremie Meisel, Michael Schott, Travis Skar, Myles Sundby, Brandon Wade
3 YEARS OF SERVICE
Gerald Baumgartner, Jeremiah Bohn, Ramon Boucher, William Brown, Timothy Coughlin, Jr., Ryan Duletski, David Erdmann, Kayla Gefroh, Michael Hinrichs, Charles Hurteau, Les Lokken, Brian Mehlhoff, Ryan Mugan, Travis Nelson, Steven Nicola, Ryan Panasuk, Joshua Rode, Troy Roth, Paul Sova, Alesha Yarbrough, Christopher Vigness
MERITORIOUS SERVICE MEDAL
The NDHP Meritorious Service Medal may be awarded
to any sworn member of the NDHP upon retirement who has served the department with merit and distinction and has completed 25 years with the NDHP, or to any sworn member with less than 25 years of service who has excelled and/or provided exceptional service and recognition to the department, or to any sworn member with less than 25 years of service who is involuntarily retired due to line of duty injury and has served the department with merit and distinction.
Captain Anthony Huck received the Meritorious Service Medal in 2010.
PROMOTIONS
Mitchell J. Rumple was promoted to the rank of sergeant March 1, 2010. He was relieved of his duties and responsibilities as a motor carrier enforcement trooper in the Southeast Region, Fargo, and reassigned as a sergeant in the Southeast Region, Jamestown.
Jamie M. Huschka was promoted to the rank of sergeant June 1, 2010. He was relieved of his duties and responsibilities as a traffic enforcement trooper in the Northwest Region, Williston, and reassigned as a sergeant in the Northwest Region, Williston.
Thomas O. Iverson was promoted to the rank of sergeant June 1, 2010. He was relieved of his duties and responsibilities as a traffic enforcement trooper in the Southwest Region, Bismarck, and reassigned as a sergeant in the Southwest Region, Bismarck.
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Norman C. Ruud was promoted to the rank of lieutenant June 1, 2010. He was relieved of his duties and responsibilities as a sergeant in the Southwest Region, Bismarck, and reassigned as Operations Commander of the Southwest Region, Bismarck.
REASSIGNMENTS
Effective February 1, 2010:
Trooper Jed M. Dahnke transferred from a traffic enforcement trooper in the Southeast Region, Cooperstown, to a motor carrier enforcement trooper in the Southeast Region, Valley City.
Trooper Benjamin F. Kennelly transferred from a traffic enforcement trooper in the Southeast Region, Valley City, to a traffic enforcement trooper in the Southeast Region, Jamestown.
Effective June 1, 2010:
Sergeant Daniel J. Haugen transferred from the Northeast Region, Devils Lake, to the Southwest Region, Dickinson.
Sergeant Patrick C. Hudson transferred from the Northwest Region, Minot, to the Southwest Region, Bismarck.
Sergeant Robert W. Kennedy transferred from the Southwest Region, Bismarck, to the Northeast Region, Devils Lake.
Effective July 1, 2010:
Trooper Jeffrey A. Bauske transferred from a traffic enforcement trooper in the Northeast Region, Harvey, to a traffic enforcement trooper in the Northeast Region, Cando.
Trooper Tracy G. Buzick transferred from a motor carrier enforcement trooper in the Southeast Region, Hillsboro, to a MCSAP (Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Program) enforcement trooper in Hillsboro, Motor Carrier Operations.
Trooper Tarek W. Chase transferred from a motor carrier enforcement trooper in the Northwest Region, Williston, to a traffic enforcement trooper in the Southwest Region, Elgin.
Trooper Timothy P. Coughlin, Jr., transferred from a motor carrier enforcement trooper in the Northwest Region, Williston, to a traffic enforcement trooper in the Northwest Region, Williston.
Trooper Cody B. Harstad transferred from a traffic enforcement trooper in the Northeast Region, Cavalier, to a traffic enforcement trooper in the Southeast Region, Valley City.
Trooper Travis A. Nelson transferred from a traffic enforcement trooper in the Northeast Region, Grafton, to a traffic enforcement trooper in the Northeast Region, Grand Forks.
Trooper Myles E. Sundby transferred from a traffic enforcement trooper in the Northeast Region, Grand Forks, to a traffic enforcement trooper in the Northwest Region, Williston.
Effective October 1, 2010:
Sergeant Brian C. Bonness transferred from Motor Carrier Operations, Minot, to Motor Carrier Operations, Bismarck.
POST ASSIGNMENTS
Upon successful completion of the Highway Patrol Academy on June 24, 2010, the below listed troopers transferred from the Highway Patrol Academy at the Law Enforcement Training Academy, Bismarck, North Dakota, and were reassigned as follows:
Trooper Andrew M. Cashin as a traffic enforcement trooper in the Northeast Region, Cavalier.
Trooper Dennis C. Gallagher as a pilot/traffic enforcement trooper at Headquarters, Bismarck.
Trooper James J. Gallagher as a traffic enforcement trooper in the Northeast Region, Grafton.
Trooper Carl Neil Kent II as a motor carrier enforcement trooper in the Northwest Region, Williston.
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Trooper Erik J. Klein as a traffic enforcement trooper in the Northwest Region, Watford City.
Trooper Brett E. Mlynar as a motor carrier enforcement trooper in the Northwest Region, Williston.
Trooper Robert J. Moyle as a motor carrier enforcement trooper in the Southwest Region, Hazen.
Trooper Matthew J. Peschong as a traffic enforcement trooper in the Northeast Region, Grafton.
Trooper Timothy W. Peterson as a traffic enforcement trooper in the Southeast Region, Lisbon.
Trooper Jonathan O. Skalicky as a traffic enforcement trooper in the Southeast Region, Cooperstown.
Trooper Jaci L. Williams as a traffic enforcement trooper in the Northeast Region, Harvey.
RETIREMENTS
Captain Anthony K. Huck retired May 31, 2010. He joined the department July 18, 1983, serving over twenty-six years. He attended the Highway Patrol Academy from July 18, 1983, through December 4, 1983. He was stationed at Watford City from December 5, 1983 through May 31, 1985; at Garrison from June 1, 1985 through June 30, 1991; at Mandan from July 1, 1991 through April 30, 1995, and at Dickinson from May 1, 1996 through May 31, 2010. He was promoted to the rank of sergeant May 1, 1996 and to the rank of captain on March 1, 2002.
Trooper Steven D. Kirchoffner retired October 31, 2010. He joined the department July 18, 1983, serving over twenty-seven years. He attended the Highway Patrol Academy from July 18, 1983, through December 4, 1983. As a traffic enforcement trooper, he was stationed at Belfield from December 5, 1983 through November 30, 1984; at Stanley from December 1, 1984 through September 30, 1990; and at Grand Forks from October 1, 1990 through June 30, 1995. As a trooper with MCSAP (Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Program), he was stationed at Grand Forks from July 1, 1995 through October 31, 2010.
Alane L. Maixner retired September 30, 2010. She joined the department May 12, 1978, serving over thirty-two years. She was employed as an Administrative Assistant in Minot from May 12, 1978 through May 2, 1993 and as an Administrative Assistant in Fargo from May 3, 1993 through September 30, 2010.
NEW HIRES
The following individuals were hired as Highway Patrol Troopers January 1, 2010: Andrew M. Cashin, Merete E. Christianson, Dennis C. Gallagher, Carl N. Kent II,
Erik J. Klein, Brett E. Mlynar, Robert J. Moyle, Matthew J. Peschong, Timothy W. Peterson and Jaci L. Williams.
James J. Gallagher and Jonathan O. Skalicky were hired as Highway Patrol Troopers April 6, 2010.
Jesse J. Hagen was hired May 6, 2010, as a security officer at Headquarters.
Tania E. Molden was hired November 22, 2010, as an administrative assistant in the Southeast Region, Fargo.
INTERNAL GRIEVANCE
One internal grievance was filed in 2010.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
COMPLAINTS FILED
There were not any Equal Employment Opportunity Complaints filed in 2010.
INTERNAL INVESTIGATIONS
One internal investigation was completed in 2010.
CITIZEN COMPLAINTS
There were twelve complaints filed against department employees in 2010.
Types of complaints:
9 were enforcement arrest complaints
1 dealt with rude/unprofessional conduct
1 failed to assist
1 was an enforcement arrest complaint and rude/unprofessional conduct
Results of the investigations are as follows:
33.3% (4 complaints) were proper conduct
33.3% (4 complaints on 5 officers) were improper conduct
4 individuals were counseled
1 received an action report
25% (3 complaints) were unfounded
8.4% (1 complaint) was insufficient evidence
The complaints were reviewed for bias based profiling. Three complainants felt the arrests were racially based.
1 complaint was proper conduct
1 was an unfounded complaint
1 was improper conduct; however, the improper conduct was that they initially failed to assist. The officers stated this had nothing to do with race.
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PERSONNEL EARLY WARNING SYSTEM
The Personnel Early Warning System is a tool used to assist us in monitoring employee performance and behavior.
The Personnel Early Warning System was designed to provide a systematic review for specific, significant events involving department employees. It provides us with the necessary information to evaluate, identify, and assist employees who exhibit signs of stress related or performance problems.
When an employee exceeds three incidents or a combination of incidents within a one-year period, the Personnel Early Warning System Review kicks in. Twenty-three employees exceeded the threshold for the time period of January through December 2010. Exceeding 80 hours of sick leave was the reason nineteen of the individuals exceeded the threshold; one individual exceeded the threshold in both sick leave and incidents; and three individuals exceeded the threshold in incidents. Information that we look at includes:
Action plans needed on performance evaluations
Complaints
Internal Affairs Investigations
Disciplinary Actions
Firearm Drawn or Fired
Use of Force Incidents
Pursuits
Traffic Accidents with Department Vehicles
Injuries on the Job
Exceeding 80 Hours of Sick Leave
RECRUITMENT/SELECTION PROCESS
We did not have a recruitment/selection process for trooper positions in 2010.
PROMOTIONAL PROCESS
A promotional process for the rank of sergeant was held October 12 – 14, 2010. Twenty troopers participated in the process. The dimensions included a written examination, oral interview, Core Concepts for Law Enforcement Promotional Exam, Ergometrics FrontLine Promote Supervisory Exam and past performance review.
We changed the dimensions with this process. We took out the oral presentation and performance counseling exercises. We added the Core Concepts for Law Enforcement Promotional Exam and Ergometrics FrontLine Promote Supervisory Exam.
The Core Concepts Exam covers the key topics of supervision and management, community-oriented policing, law enforcement administration, ethics, field operations and Constitutional law.
The Ergometrics Exam is a video-based employee observation component and a series of written situational judgment questions that directly measure the skills necessary to become an effective supervisor and manager.
The promotion list is in effect through October 31, 2011. The top six candidates in order of their ranking are Trooper John Sova, Trooper Steven Fischer, Trooper Luke Hendrickson, Trooper Thomas Herzig, Trooper Cory Tuhy and Trooper Steven Johnson.
A promotional process for promotion to the position of regional commander/staff officer was held November 17 – 18, 2010. Ten sergeants participated in the process. The dimensions included a written examination, Core Concepts for Law Enforcement Promotional Exam, General Management In-Basket Exercise, oral interview, and past performance review.
We changed the dimensions with this process. We took out the problem solving/effective writing exercise and news media exercise. We added the Core Concepts for Law Enforcement Promotional Exam. This test covers the key topics of supervision and management, community-oriented policing, law enforcement administration, ethics, field operations and Constitutional law.
The promotion list is in effect through November 30, 2011. The top five candidates in order of their ranking are Sergeant Aaron Hummel, Sergeant David Wolf, Sergeant Brian Bonness, Sergeant Troy Hischer and Sergeant Joseph Knowski.
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Ten support staff and two sworn officers are assigned to the Support Services Division located at headquarters offices and the Southwest Region’s Bismarck office. The Division includes the following functional areas: Planning, research, and accreditation; procurement and property; information technology; and fiscal management. Jennifer Fergel left the department in September creating a need to begin the hiring process for a slightly different position of Property Control Specialist. The position is expected to be filled in early 2011.
The department requested a budget of $54.1 million for the 2011-2013 biennium. The request included three new motor carrier trooper positions, phase one of a training facility master plan which included a new emergency vehicle operations course and indoor weapons range, new mobile radio components for the patrol vehicles and a 50% federally funded project titled Commercial Vehicle Information Systems Network (CVISN) which involved upgrading a weigh/inspection station with Pre-Pass screening and license plate scanning. The CVISN project also included DOT number reading technology and eventual plans for some virtual weigh/inspection station capabilities in western North Dakota. The Executive Recommendation included a three percent annual salary increase along with a 1% annual increase in employee contributions to the retirement system.
Planning and implementation of a computer aided dispatch (CAD) system has been a joint project between the NDHP and the Department of Emergency Services, State Radio Division. The NDHP helped pay for the project which also involved new mobile data software and automatic vehicle location (AVL) technology. The new system went live in March. Local agencies will be invited to participate later in 2011.
The Fargo Regional Office was relocated from the Fargo NDDOT grounds to a new location near the Cass County Correctional Center in Fargo. The facility is co-located with NDBCI and was finished and furnished to NDHP specifications to include a training room. Other facility projects included development of a master plan for future phases of a new training complex near Bismarck’s eastern city limits. Minor remodeling also began on the six weigh/inspection
stations throughout the state. The Williston scale platform was also replaced.
The Equipment Committee assisted with recommendations of several important items in 2010 such as evaluation of new mobile radio communications options, evaluation of new LED flashlight technology, and updates to patrol vehicle specifications to include a new graphics package to coincide with the department’s 75
th anniversary.
Members also helped review and evaluate new vehicle equipment consoles with improved laptop docking station ergonomics.
Equipment upgrades were purchased involving the Capitol Security video surveillance system and duress alarms.
PROPERTY AND PROCUREMENT
In 2010 the Procurement Coordinator position was moved under the supervision of the Planning & Property Officer, and the Property Support Specialist was moved under the supervision of the Procurement Coordinator. The Procurement Coordinator completed approximately fifty bids, proposals, and request for information projects. The Planning and Property Section also completed several alternate procurement forms for purchases over $2,500 including some General Services Administration (GSA) and Western States Contracting Alliance (WSCA) procurements. In addition, the Procurement Coordinator continued to do the routine purchasing to include orders for central supply items for the field, software for Information Technology, and furniture for regional offices and headquarters. The use of the purchasing cards (P-cards) by personnel in our department has expanded because all supervisors were given P-card authority.
Some of the items purchased were office chairs, germ-fighting spray, officer uniforms, hands-free cellular phone kits, control tactics training mats, LED flashlights, gear bags for AEDs, and promotional products. A water heater, classroom chairs, and chests for under the dorm room beds were purchased for the Law Enforcement Training Academy. Procurement related to Motor Carrier Operations consisted of maintenance updates for Williston, Mooreton, Joliette, West Fargo, Beach, and Bowman weigh inspection stations which included flooring, wall, plumbing, electrical, and shingling projects. Service-
SUPPORT SERVICES SUPPORT SERVICES
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related procurement projects included scale pit repairs at Beach and Bowman weigh inspection stations, installation of an air conditioner unit in the agency’s aircraft, updated photographs and ID cards for department employees, and custodial service for the Fargo office. A new asset management inventory system had been evaluated and purchased with implementation scheduled for 2011.
One large procurement project that was completed in 2010 was traffic radar. With grant funding provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, our agency was able to transition all radar units to the same type. A request for proposal process for new LIDARs will be completed in 2011 to upgrade several aging units.
In celebration of the Highway Patrol’s 75th Anniversary, commemorative license plates were designed and made available for purchase to past and present employees. Similar license plates were also authorized by the Motor Vehicle Department for use on our patrol vehicles. In addition, a new decal package was created with the help of an internal work group. A vote took place, and it was decided that it was time for an update. A new decal package was finalized and installations will begin in 2011.
Related to project management, several projects were planned and implemented in 2010. Multi-key encryption was added to all department radios in addition to adding a second local channel bank to provide more interoperable and efficient communication capabilities. All vehicles and related communications equipment were inspected by DOT Telecom technicians and any needed repairs were completed. The agency began evaluating new repeaters and consoles in an effort to improve portable radio communications and vehicle ergonomics. Hands
free cellular devices were evaluated by the equipment committee and will be purchased for new 2011 vehicles. Capitol Security upgrades in 2010 included the integration of the Capitol’s video surveillance and duress alarm systems with the existing building automation system.
USE OF FORCE & PURSUIT ANALYSIS
In 2010, there were 15 use of force occurrences which is a 32 percent of decrease from 2009. Fifty-three percent of the incidents took place on the weekends and the majority also occurred in the night/early morning time frame.
Pursuit activity over the past five years has remained constant. In 2009, there were 41 pursuits and the
largest number occurred in the month of September. It was also determined that pursuits were more likely to happen on the weekends during the hours of 12:01-3:00 am.
GRANTS
The patrol was able to utilize multiple grants in 2010. Funding from National Highway Traffic Safety Administration through the NDDOT helped us to conduct more sobriety checkpoints and alcohol saturations. In addition, more DOT funding was used to focus on traffic safety in
construction zones.
Funding from the OJJDP through the Department of Health and Human Services allowed us to conduct saturations targeting underage drinking. The Patrol serves as a pass-through agency for this grant administering funding to local agencies as well.
The Department of Homeland Security, through DES, provided funding for equipment, operational expenses, and overtime costs for the operational activities related to the Fusion Center.
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Use of Force Incidents
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We also received funding from the Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Program (MCSAP). This allowed for the purchase of equipment, as well as assisting with conducting safety inspections. MCSAP also funds our Border Inspection Program and New Entrant Program.
ACCREDITATION
Our agency has been internationally accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) since 1989. Law enforcement accreditation is an ongoing process with assessments occurring every three years. Our agency was last awarded accreditation status in May of 2009 for a three-year period. Our agency was recognized as a Flagship Agency for the second reaccreditation cycle in a row. Flagship recognition is awarded to those agencies that have a proven record of success in the accreditation program and have obtained an overall professional standing in the public safety community. Our agency also received meritorious awards during the last two assessments for being involved in the accreditation program for 15 or more years. Our next on-site assessment will occur in May of 2012.
FINANCE
During the past year the 2011-2013 biennium budget request was prepared, submitted, and an agency hearing was held with OMB regarding the major elements of the budget request. A Fraud Risk Assessment was done in accordance with the new mandate from the ND Legislature for all agencies and the results of this assessment are considered adequate. A review of the MCSAP programs was conducted by employees of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration and some helpful minor recommendations were made in order to improve procedures. Significant improvements were made to the Encumbrance Planning List in order to provide better information for making purchasing decisions. Improvements were made to the fiscal 2010 year-end accounting procedures.
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
The IT section is responsible for maintaining computer hardware, software, HP systems, Digital Video, networking, telephones, and cellphones.
During 2010, our IT helpdesk received 3,840 requests for service.
On March 9th, the NDHP and DES went live with
Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD). The CAD system collects and monitors each call into State Radio. The CAD’s mobile product replaced out existing Premier MDC application. The I/Mobile product allows a trooper to enter every stop into the CAD system. During the stop the system will automatically run the vehicle and driver entered through NCIC and state databases. With the implementation of AVL, the system displays the event and patrol car on the map that is accessible to all troopers and DES. In 2010, 84,952 events were entered into the CAD system for the Highway Patrol.
During the last quarter of 2010, each regional office was equipped with a networked printer. The new color laserjet printer allows for all office computers to print to one printer. Using Netmotion, each patrol vehicle can also print to the office printer.
In March of 2010, the HP went live with an enhancement to E-permits. The enhancement included the Oversize permit. Due to its complex nature, the oversize can be purchased without approval if it meets several criteria. If these criteria are not met the system will submit the application to the permit office for approval, once approved by the permit office, the permit is placed back into the cart of the requestor for purchase. With the introduction on the online Oversize permit, the e-permit application is processing 50% of the permits issued at the HP.
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TRAINING ACADEMY LAW ENFORCEMENT TRAINING ACADEMY
The Law Enforcement Training Academy completed another year of successful and diverse training and activities. The Academy held 26 sessions featuring law enforcement topics such as Drug Recognition Expert, Background Investigation, K-9 Drug Detection Enhancement and Advanced Criminal Intelligence Analysis.
Utilization of the multi-purpose room continues at a high rate with 225 sessions. Groups using the multi-purpose room other than law enforcement included Bismarck State College, the State Health Department, the North Dakota National Guard, DOT, and several youth groups.
Other groups and state agencies using the Academy for training, meetings, and events included: Central Personnel, the State Penitentiary, Bismarck State College, the State Health Department, North Dakota State Radio, North Dakota Peace Officers Association, ND Dept. of Human Services, STOP Committee, State Victim Assistance Academy North Dakota, and the Bismarck Police Department.
Two North Dakota Basic Training classes graduated this past year as well as a North Dakota Highway Patrol Recruit Class. Eighty three peace officers completed their North Dakota Peace Officer Standard and Training Board licensure certification through attendance at the Academy. A total of 620 law enforcement personnel received training in the 26 sessions at the Academy in 2010. A total of 33,592 man-hours of training occurred during the year of 2010.
Training sessions hosted at the Training Academy
North Dakota Highway Patrol Academy
North Dakota Basic (2)
PPCT Instructor Certification
Correctional Officers Basic(2)
Drug Recognition Expert
ND Parks and Rec OHV Instructor Workshop
Radar Instructor
K-9 Drug Detection Enhancement
Background Investigation
Methods of Instruction(2)
Advanced Criminal Intelligence Analysis
North American Standard Level I
North American Standard Advanced Level I
MOCIC
Practical Application of Surveillance Equipment
Agency In-Service Training Conducted
Game and Fish
Parks and Recreation
Sheriffs
Motor Carriers
NDBCI
ND Highway Patrol
NDHP Administrative Assistants
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SWORN OFFICERS SWORN OFFICERS
Name Rank Station Starting Separation
Aberle, Darcy Sergeant Williston 09-05-00
Anderson, Joshua Trooper Minot 06-01-04
Arman, Robert Trooper Fargo 01-01-97
Armendariz, Pedro Sergeant Headquarters 01-05-95
Armstrong, Duane Trooper Devils Lake 08-17-87
Arndt, Derek Trooper Bismarck 01-01-07
Baumgartner, Gerald Trooper Linton 01-01-07
Bauske, Jeffrey Trooper Cando 08-29-05
Beedy, Craig Trooper Jamestown 07-01-89
Billehus, Alan Captain Williston 08-17-87
Bohn, Jeremiah Trooper Bismarck 01-01-07
Bonness, Brian Sergeant Bismarck 01-05-95
Brown, Matthew Trooper Wahpeton 05-02-94
Brumfield, Tracy Trooper Edgeley 07-01-89
Buehre, Jeremy Trooper Fargo 06-01-04
Bulzomi, Darryl Trooper Carrington 07-18-83
Busch, Damon Trooper Minot 07-01-89
Buzick, Tracy Trooper Hillsboro 10-01-95
Cashin, Andrew Trooper Cavalier 01-01-10
Chase, Tarek Trooper Elgin 08-25-08
Christianson, Merete Trooper HP Academy 01-01-10 01-14-10
Christopher, Megan Trooper Beach 08-25-08
Coughlin, Jr., Timothy Trooper Williston 01-01-07
Dahnke, Jed Trooper Valley City 08-25-08
DeJean, Anthony Trooper Grand Forks 08-29-05
Denault, Matthew Trooper Grand Forks 05-27-03
Dietz, Gavin Trooper Headquarters 07-01-89
Duletski, Ryan Trooper New Salem 08-27-07
Dvorak, Adam Trooper Grand Forks 01-01-02
Ebens, Todd Trooper Casselton 07-01-91
Enzminger, Aaron Trooper Fargo 01-01-99
Erdmann, David Trooper Fargo 01-01-07
Fischer, Steven Trooper Rolla 01-01-99
Gallagher, Dennis Pilot/Trooper Headquarters 05-31-08
Gallagher, James Trooper Grafton 04-06-10 12-1-10
Gebhardt, Adam Trooper Crosby 08-25-08
Gefroh, Kayla Trooper Bismarck 01-01-07
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SWORN OFFICERS SWORN OFFICERS
Name Rank Station Starting Separation
Gerhart, Jr., Michael Lieutenant LETA 05-27-92
Gilbertson, Dennis Trooper Fargo 04-20-83
Guenthner, Scott Trooper Mohall 01-01-97
Harstad, Cody Trooper Valley City 08-25-08
Haugen, Daniel Sergeant Dickinson 09-05-00
Helgoe, Kristjan Trooper Fargo 08-29-05
Hendrickson, Luke Trooper Fargo 05-27-03
Henke, Shannon Trooper/Pilot Bismarck 01-05-95
Hermanson, Chad Sergeant LETA 01-01-99
Herzig, Thomas Trooper Jamestown 09-28-92
Hinrichs, Michael Trooper Bismarck 01-01-07
Hischer, Troy Sergeant Fargo 01-01-97
Hoffner, Ryan Trooper Bottineau 06-01-04
Holding Eagle, Travis Trooper Bowman 11-24-08
Hoopman, Douglas Trooper Bismarck 07-18-83
Huck, Anthony Captain Dickinson 07-18-83 05-31-10
Hudson, Patrick Sergeant Bismarck 01-05-95
Hummel, Aaron Sergeant Grand Forks 01-01-99
Hurteau, Charles Trooper Minot 01-01-07
Huschka, Jamie Sergeant Williston 06-01-04
Huston, Kevin Trooper Minot 06-01-95
Huwe, Keith Trooper Wahpeton 05-27-92
Iverson, Thomas Sergeant Bismarck 06-01-04
Jahner, Jamey Trooper Fargo 05-27-03
Johnson, Neil Major Headquarters 06-09-80
Johnson, Steven Trooper Bismarck 06-01-04
Kadrmas, Wade Trooper Dickinson 08-29-05
Kamp, David Trooper Garrison 07-01-91
Kennedy, Robert Sergeant Devils Lake 01-05-95
Kennelly, Benjamin Trooper Jamestown 01-01-07
Kent II, Carl Neil Trooper Williston 01-01-10
King, Scott Trooper Fargo 07-01-91
Kirchmeier, Kyle Lieutenant Headquarters 01-06-86
Kirchoffner, Steven Trooper Grand Forks 07-18-83 10-31-10
Klein, Erik Trooper Watford City 01-01-10
Kleppe, David Captain Headquarters 07-18-83
Knowski, Joseph Sergeant Devils Lake 05-27-92
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SWORN OFFICERS SWORN OFFICERS
Name Rank Station Starting Separation
Kossan, Kenton Trooper Towner 08-25-08
Krueger, Daniel Trooper Bismarck 05-27-03
Laite, Christopher Trooper Devils Lake 05-27-03
Laney-Cornell, Tonya Trooper Casselton 10-01-95
LaRocque, Frank Trooper Rugby 07-01-91
Liebl, Joel Trooper Fargo 08-17-87
Lokken, Les Trooper Williston 01-01-07
Lonski, Grant Trooper Lakota 09-01-08
Malafa, Lori Captain Headquarters 01-06-86
Maley, Wesley Trooper Oakes 08-29-05
Marshall, John Trooper Fargo 04-16-79
Mayer, Steven Trooper Bismarck 08-29-05
McCart, Quentin Trooper Larimore 08-25-08
McCloud, Michael Sergeant Minot 01-05-95
Mehlhoff, Brian Trooper Devils Lake 01-01-07
Mehrer, Eldon Captain Fargo 07-01-91
Meisel, Jeremie Trooper Bismarck 08-29-05
Messer, Christopher Trooper Dickinson 09-05-00
Mlynar, Brett Trooper Williston 01-01-10
Moyle, Robert Trooper Hazen 01-01-10
Mugan, Ryan Trooper Grand Forks 08-27-07
Nelson, Travis Trooper Grand Forks 08-27-07
Ness, Jon Trooper Devils Lake 07-01-89
Neumann, Donald Trooper Killdeer 01-01-02
Nicola, Steven Trooper Grand Forks 01-01-07
Niewind, Bryan Lieutenant Fargo 09-05-00
Oldenburg, Dolf Sergeant Grand Forks 07-01-89
Olson, Jerry Trooper Fargo 07-06-89
Orluck, Gary Captain Minot 01-06-86
Panasuk, Ryan Trooper Grand Forks 08-27-07
Pederson, Eric Captain Bismarck 01-01-97
Peschong, Matthew Trooper Grafton 01-01-10
Peterson, Timothy Trooper Lisbon 01-01-10
Polomny, Michael Trooper Fargo 05-27-03 07-16-10
Prochniak, James Colonel Headquarters 08-17-87
Pulver, Christopher Trooper Stanley 01-01-99
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Name Rank Station Starting Separation
Richard, Ricky Trooper Washburn 02-01-84
Roark, Michael Trooper Kenmare 08-25-08
Robson, Kevin Captain Grand Forks 01-01-97
Rode, Joshua Trooper Steele 01-01-07
Rost, Jeremy Trooper Bismarck 01-01-02
Roth, Troy Trooper Dickinson 08-27-07
Rumple, Mitchell Sergeant Jamestown 07-01-89
Rude, Joshua Sergeant Jamestown 06-01-04
Ruud, Norman Lieutenant Bismarck 07-01-91
Schott, Michael Trooper Minot 08-29-05
Skalicky, Jonathan Trooper Cooperstown 04-06-10
Skar, Travis Trooper Minot 08-29-05
Skogen, Jody Lieutenant Headquarters 10-01-95
Skogen, Shawn Trooper Dickinson 06-01-04
Smith, Bradley Sergeant Headquarters 08-17-87
Smith, Gregory Trooper Grand Forks 01-01-02
Solberg, Brandon Lieutenant Headquarters 01-01-99
Sommer, Christa Trooper Washburn 05-27-03
Sova, John Trooper Jamestown 01-01-02
Sova, Paul Trooper Langdon 01-01-07
Stern, Kyle Trooper Hillsboro 01-01-02
Sundby, Myles Trooper Williston 08-29-05
Ternes, Kyle Captain Devils Lake 07-01-91
Torgeson, Rodney Trooper Minot 06-01-04
Tuhy, Cory Trooper Dickinson 01-05-95
Tuhy, Craig Trooper Hettinger 01-01-02
Vance, William Sergeant Dickinson 10-01-95
Vigness, Christopher Trooper Minot 01-01-07
Wade, Brandon Trooper Devils Lake 08-25-08
Walch, Scott Trooper Jamestown 09-05-00
Williams, Jaci Trooper Harvey 01-01-10
Wolf, David Sergeant Fargo 01-01-97
SWORN OFFICERS SWORN OFFICERS
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MOTOR CARREIER INSPECTORS MOTOR CARRIER INSPECTORS
Name Position Station Starting Separation
Benjaminson, James BIP Grand Forks 11-15-79
Boucher, Ramon NE Safety Auditor Bismarck 01-01-07
Frenzel, Harlen BIP Williston 09-01-89
Ginder, Jill NE Safety Auditor Grand Forks 07-02-79
Jensen, Gary BIP Grand Forks 08-14-78
Kindem, Douglas MCSAP Fargo 08-25-75
Mayhew, Curtiss NE Safety Auditor Minot 06-01-76
McNamara, Robert MCSAP Minot 05-15-00
Novak, Tony BIP Williston 02-06-84
Scott, Trenton MCSAP Bowman 10-01-95
Thurston, Richard MCSAP Grand Forks 11-12-80
MCSAP – Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Program
BIP – Border Inspection Program
NE – New Entrant Program
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SUPPORT SERVICES SUPPORT PERSONNEL
Name Position Station Starting Separation
Antil, Dean Capitol Security Headquarters 11-14-05
Binder, Kelly Office Asst. Headquarters 10-10-05
Brown, William Capitol Security Headquarters 12-17-07
Brunner, Carolyn Account Tech Headquarters 05-01-78
Chase, Bonnie HR Specialist Headquarters 08-01-75
Darr, Jacqueline Permit Tech Headquarters 05-14-01
Dietz, Peggy Adm Assistant LETA 06-23-76
Doe, Tracy Operations Coord LETA 10-03-06
Emmer, Leanna Permit Supervisor Headquarters 11-01-77
Fergel, Jennifer Adm Assistant Headquarters 02-20-04 09-10-10
Fuchs, Donna Adm Assistant Devils Lake 05-07-75
Glaser, Ronald Capitol Security Headquarters 07-01-05
Grasl, Debra Adm Assistant Dickinson 08-21-00
Gunn, Fred Capitol Security Headquarters 05-08-09
Hagen, Jesse Capitol Security Headquarters 05-06-10
Horner, Sandra Adm Assistant Grand Forks 11-28-01
Johnson, Elizabeth Research Analyst Headquarters 11-01-08
Keney, Sarah IT Specialist Headquarters 06-01-01
Knudson, Thomas Capitol Security Headquarters 07-01-05
Krodel, Jessie Adm Assistant Williston 12-26-85
Learn, Mark Account Mngr Headquarters 04-20-87
Maixner, Alane Adm Assistant Fargo 05-12-78 09-30-10
Mattern, Pamela Adm Assistant Headquarters 03-10-08
McCormick, Morleyne Adm Assistant Bismarck 08-18-80
Molden, Tania Adm Assistant Fargo 11-22-10
Nelson, Kathy Account Tech Headquarters 04-13-98
Oswald, Carrie IS Manager Headquarters 07-08-96
Patrick, Dorothy Cook LETA 05-27-03
Rosendahl, Judy Adm Assistant Minot 05-19-93
Saxberg, Rhonda Adm Assistant Jamestown 03-10-03
Schlecht, David Capitol Security Headquarters 05-19-09 03-04-10
Silvernagel, Ileen Adm Assistant Headquarters 07-01-81
Steckler, DeAnn Adm Staff Off Headquarters 12-07-81
Swang, Gloria Adm Staff Off Headquarters 07-09-73
Taplin, Tanya IT Specialist Headquarters 10-02-00
Tietz, Lorelle Adm Assistant Headquarters 12-14-09
Vanous, Diana Cook LETA 04-15-96
Weiand, James Permit Tech Headquarters 02-01-08
Wood-Lindquist, Susan Permit Tech Headquarters 11-01-92
Yarbrough, Alesha Capitol Security Bismarck 12-12-07
Zeller, Michele Permit Tech Headquarters 05-01-06
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EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE QUALITY REPORT
The North Dakota Highway Patrol (NDHP) expects a
very high level of professional conduct from all
employees. The department shall recognize
exceptional performance and correct, improve, or
eliminate poor performance through the presentation
of awards and commendations, the assignment of
remedial training, counseling, or the administration of
corrective and punitive measures.
A compliment can be given to an NDHP employee who
a citizen feels is deserving of recognition. Citizens
wishing to commend an employee may contact the
NDHP and speak with any person. This information will
be forwarded to the proper individuals.
Any individual may make a complaint either by
telephone, in writing, or in person. Complainants may
choose to identify themselves or remain anonymous. A
complaint may be submitted to any member of the
NDHP, but all complaints are forwarded to the accused
member’s supervisor or to a supervisor of equal or
higher rank. The supervisor will ensure documentation
and complaint disposition. A thorough investigation will
be conducted of the events surrounding the incident in
question.
The NDHP recognizes its responsibility, both to itself
and to the public, to thoroughly investigate all
complaints of misconduct brought against its members.
Only through a systematic inquiry can the department
bring into perspective those complaints of misconduct
which are true and dismiss those allegations which are
false. Therefore, the NDHP has implemented an
internal investigation procedure.
Citizens who accuse a member of the NDHP of
committing certain specific offenses will have their
complaint investigated by an internal affairs officer.
The complainant will be notified by letter of the
disposition of the complaint. This procedure generally
requires four weeks. Complaints of a lesser nature will
be investigated by a supervisor who will advise the
complainant of the results of the investigation.
Summary of Complaint Procedures
1. Contact the North Dakota Highway Patrol
2. Supervisor will take the complaint and initiate an
investigation.
3. Complaint will be thoroughly investigated
4. Complainant will be notified of the results of the
investigation
NORTH DAKOTA HIGHWAY PATROL
Primary Business Address:
600 E. Boulevard Ave. Dept 504
Bismarck, ND 58505-0240
Phone: 701-328-2455
Fax: 701-328-1717
www.nd.gov/ndhp/
